TikTok Removes Controversial "Chubby Filter"

TikTok, the popular social media platform, has removed a controversial filter known as the 'chubby filter' following widespread criticism from users. This artificial intelligence tool altered people's appearances to make them look overweight, sparking a heated debate about body image and online culture.

Many users shared their transformed images as jokes, but others viewed the filter as a form of body shaming. Experts warned that such filters could contribute to unhealthy attitudes towards weight and potentially fuel eating disorders. TikTok responded to the backlash by removing the filter and reviewing videos that had used it.

Several TikTok users expressed their discomfort with the filter. Sadie, a user with 66,000 followers, called for its removal, saying it made people feel bad about themselves. Nina, another user, felt the filter promoted a toxic view linking appearance to self-worth. TikTok's decision to remove the filter highlights the platform's efforts to maintain a positive and inclusive environment for its users.